Survey: Your interaction with Heavy Metal

[sforsilence]

Hi everyone,

I am currently doing my Personal Interest Project for my Society and Culture major work for school, and I am researching the effect of Heavy Metal music on young people - focusing on the whole issue of Metal influencing murder and other violence. As part of this, I need to survey people between the ages of 13-21 to find out about how the music has or hasn’t affected their process of socialisation and forming of identity, and whether or not Heavy Metal really has a negative impact on adolescents. It would be greatly appreciated if you could fill this survey in to help me with this project, you will remain anonymous. Thank you

Please note that "Heavy Metal" is referring to Metal and all its subgenres.


1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)



“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?


8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?


16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

 

[FenriR]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

England.

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[x] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[x] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
Probably... 90% of the time.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[x] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger
(this doesn't apply though, metal always calms me down for some reason)

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[x] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[x] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
As said before, it calms me down. Pop just makes me angry.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
Positive. I'm more open-minded about music and other people's tastes.

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
Well... apart from wearing the occasional band shirt, it hasn't affected my fashion sense. Language... no. Other interests... it inspired me to learn to play the guitar. I think metal made me more self-confident, too...

 

[FJChaos]

1. What country do you live in?
New Jersey, USA


“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[x] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[x] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?
about 3-5 hours

7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
90%

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[x] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
I feel like I can turn to music and creativity if I feel angry/sad.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
I feel more freedom. Like, I can be myself without being afraid of criticism.

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
I now like writing poetry. I feel a sense of belonging. I'm a lot more social. I'm (somehow) a better talker. Heavy Metal has probably saved me from suicide in some situations. I can go on for a long time, but I don't want to stretch the page.

 

[Vimana]

1. What country do you live in?

Currently USA but I've lived other places.

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[x] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[x] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
About 30% of the time.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[x] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[x] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[x] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[] Yes
[] No
[x] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
It's just a form of entertainment for me.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[x] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

It's mostly influenced how I listen to music. Things I couldn't tolerate before in other styles are more tolerable to me now.

 

[MoonlightOrchid]

1. What country do you live in?
Greece

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[x] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[] Male
[x] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[x] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

About 9 to 10 times.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[x] The instruments
[x] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[x] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
It helps me supress the anger I get from the people around me. Usually that anger that I keep surpressed I take it out when singing along with the songs I hear when I'm alone.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[x] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
It has influenced me in a positive way, because I have been more intrested in the music with a good quality rather than listening to songs that will be forgotten after 2 months, also I have been intrested in taking drum lessons and guitar lessons, apart from my vocal lessons.

 

[sforsilence]

Thank you to those that have responded : )

 

[Harry Hughes]

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[x] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[x] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[] Yes
[x] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

Depends on the day and my mood, but some days it's all metal, other days maybe only 20 per cent metal

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[x] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[x] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[x] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?


16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example.

Positive to me
It changed the way I saw music in general for the better I believe and has helped me to relax more in life.


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

Heavy Metal has strongly influenced me as a musician.
To an extent, the way I dress, but not so much anymore as I've gotten older and want to appear more conservative.

 

[-BIGRED-]

1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[x] 19-21+

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[x] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

I would have to say about 60-70%. Depends.. I rock the metal 95% of the time in my truck, but when Im at home I just let my playlist go on random. I listen to allot of stuff.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure
[x] Depends on the song

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[x] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[] Yes
[] No
[x] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
[x] This isn't Dr. Phil

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example.

Positive. Lyrics are a great way to portray emotional conversation. Generally a song wont effect me beyond just the spoken word. Occasionally the artist or artists story can provoke profound emotional understanding where a listener can feel connected to the meaning of the lyrics. For me Dimebag Darrel has been a huge influence on my music and lifestyle choices. I look at his life and strive to make everyday a chance to better myself musically and enjoy the company and friends we cannot take for granted.


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

Fasion - Noir is the new black

 

[Miltbrand]

1. What country do you live in?
Denmark

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21
[x] 30

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[x] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
90% of the time


8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger
[x] Metal doesn´t make me angrier

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[x] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
It takes away anger, sadness etc. Helps the mood.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
Positive. It widens your horizon.


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
Clothing style (jeans and metal shirt), meeting metalheads from all over the world, litterature, nordic culture.

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[Perpetual Catatonia]

1. USA

...

1. How old are you?
[x] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[x] 3-5 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[x] No (go to question 7)

7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
If metalcore is represented in metal, then I listen to metal 98% of the time
If metalcore is not represented in metal, then I listen to metal 70% of the time

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[x] The instruments

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Energetic

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[x] Never

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
When I'm bothered by something, listening to metal gives me something else to keep my mind on. It occupies my thinking so that negative thoughts can't.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
These views are almost always negative. I get in a lot of trouble with people because I don't accept their music and I think mine is much more superior. (DUH!)

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
I have changed the way I dress slightly; I tend to buy a lot of band shirts and regular fitting pants. I think it's a good way to represent my passion. I was also influenced to grow my hair our some years ago. (I'm in the military now, otherwise it would still be growing. )

 

[SarahC]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

Denmark


“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[x] 19-21

2. Gender
[] Male
[x] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[x] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

I actually listen to other things than heavy metal quite often, but I keep it within the metal genre mostly.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[x] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
I don't know if exactly has changed the way I handle my emotions, it just helps me to get things off my mind.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[x] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

I guess my interest in playing guitar, now bass, is rooted in my love for heavy metal.

 

[AureliaSeverina]

Sounds like a really interesting project. Unfortunately, I'm too old to take part in your survey.
Will you post the results?

 

[MetalHeadNorm]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

United States of America


“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[x] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[x] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[x] Yes (go to question 6)
[] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?

As much as possible. Whenever I have access to Metal, it's being played.

7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

100% of the time.

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[x] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[x] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[] Yes
[] No
[x] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?

I do not believe Metal effects my emotions.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example

Positive. It gave me a new appreciation for music.

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

I have learned about different countries where Metal is played, and I have also derived a lot of positive philosophies from Metal.

 

[RhiShae.Xx.]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

Yet another Australian.

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[x] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[] Male
[x] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[x] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

I would have to say.. About 70%

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[x] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[x] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[x] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[x] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?

I have been given a new perspective on life. Music in a way, is like therapy to me and it reaches me on a level that not many other things can.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example

Definitely positive.

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

Creatively. It inspires me as a writer and as a musician.. I feel as though I wouldn't be half the person I was today if I didn't have such amazing music to help get me through life..

 

[fuel126]

1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[x] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[x] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?
80-90% of the time

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[x] The lyrics and their meaning
[x] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[x] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[x] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?
It just makes me feel better overall and depending on what I'm listening to, it makes me feel like I'm not alone with how I'm feeling. It has definately made me look at life from a completely different perspective than I used to.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
Positive in a sense because it made me realize how messed up the world really is outside of everything that is fed to us through the news. It taught me that everything that is fed to us through the media is a fabrication of the real truth. It has also made me realize how messed up organized religion is. For more intellectual stuff, it has gotten me back into researching myth and history, as well as reading different kinds of books

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
Metal has completely shaped the person who I am today: I'm constantly seen with some form of band shirt on. It has also made me figure out who I truly am as a person and what my system of beliefs are. I honestly have no idea where I would be without it. It is the very base of my life.

 

[Ankalupe]

1. What country do you live in?
Chile

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[x] 19-21

2. Gender
[] Male
[x] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[x] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[x] Yes (go to question 6)
[] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?

the complete day, 8 or 9 hours a day


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

every day


8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] The lyrics and meanings
[] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[x] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[x] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[x] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?

makes me happy and energetic


16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[x] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
.....

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

The curiousity of learning another languages, example: finish, german, norwegian, etc.

cheers!!

 

[Jaxter95]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

England

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[x] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[x] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day?


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?

9/10

8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[x] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Relaxed
[] Energetic
[] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[x] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?

I just feel happier in general, especially if the songs I'm listening to remind of times when I was happy.

16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[x] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example


18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)

One thing metal made me want to do was play an instrument. Now I play bass, thanks to Iron Maiden

 

[Trollshaws]

1. What country do you live in? (I need to know this just so I know I am getting responses from people from different parts of the world, as I am from Australia and have so far only surveyed people from Australia)

United States(California)

“x” the response that most applies to you
1. How old are you?
[] 13-15
[] 16-18
[] 19-21
im 22

2. Gender
[x] Male
[] Female

3. How long have you listened to Heavy Metal music?
[] 1-2 years
[] 3-5 years
[] More than 5 years but less than 10
[x] More than 10 years

4. Do you own any form of portable music player (e.g. iPod)?
[x] Yes
[] No

5. Is Heavy Metal the only type of music you listen to?
[] Yes (go to question 6)
[x] No (go to question 7)

6. When and how much of your time is spent listening to music per day? a lot


7. How often do you choose to listen to Heavy Metal out of other genres?most of the time


8. What is the main reason(s) you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] The lyrics and meanings
[x] Mood control – it helps me relax, de-stress, etc.
[x] It makes good background music
[x] The way the instruments sound together
[x] General leisure

9. When listening to Heavy Metal, what do you pay attention to the most?
[] The lyrics and their meaning
[x] The instruments
[] The sound of the vocals
[x] Overall way it sounds together
[] It depends on the song

10. If you are feeling angry/frustrated/etc. how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[] Generally a lot better, more relaxed, happier, etc.
[x] I feel better, but I’d have to do other things to help relax as well
[] I usually feel angrier, more irritated, etc. (go to question 11)
[] I won’t listen to Heavy Metal if I’m angry
[] Not sure

11. If you feel angrier or more upset after listening to Heavy Metal, do you:
[x] Stop listening to Heavy Metal and choose a softer form of Rock music
[] Stop listening to Rock music in general and listen to something else
[] Stop listening to music altogether and try to relax/forget about anger in other ways
[] Stop listening to music altogether and act upon my anger

12. When you are feeling content/happy how do you feel when you listen to Heavy Metal?
[x] Relaxed
[x] Energetic
[x] Angry, sad, etc
[] No difference

13. Have your emotions and thoughts ever turned negative after listening to a heavy metal song even though you weren’t before?
[] Yes, most of the time
[] Yes, but only once or twice
[] I would only be affected if I don’t like that particular song, other than that there are no negative emotions
[x] Never
[] Not sure

14. Since you started listening to Heavy Metal, has it helped you emotionally?
[x] Yes
[] No
[] Not sure

15. How has the music changed or helped you handle negative emotions?mkes me feel good and openend me up to other forms of music


16. Has listening to Heavy Metal changed your views or brought on new perspectives in any way?
[x] Yes (go to question 17)
[] No
[] Not sure

17. Do you think these new and/or changed perspectives are negative or positive to you? Explain, and give an example
positive because a lot has openend my eyes to things i did not know when iwas younger

18. In what other ways might Heavy Metal have influenced you? (E.g. fashion, language, other interests, etc)
i play bass and interested me in other launguages